Exciting Nightlife in Ho Chi Minh City

As the sun begins to flicker behind skyscrapers in Ho Chi Minh City, and all the street lights turn on, the city itself becomes livelier than ever. There is no other place to experience nightlife vibes than drop by at some wealthy-looking rooftop bars.

1)    Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar

Saigon Saigon Rooftop Bar is considered to be an iconic attraction in Saigon, situated on the ninth floor of the Caravelle Saigon. The bar design is sophisticated, displaying dim lights, wooden furniture with a cosy atmosphere. The drinks are quite sizable and always served with a selection of snacks along with daily special promo of 50% off the total bill between 16:00 and 19:00.

Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 – 03:00

Address: 19 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

2)    Chill Sky Bar Saigon

Located on the 25th floor of Saigon AB Tower, Chill Sky Bar not only draws the attention of locals but also travelers who seek fancy parties. The music here varies from soft ambient tunes in the early evenings to popular electronic and hip-hop music from 10:00 PM onwards. The club serves all kinds of cocktails, long drinks, beers, selected wines and light snacks which are well-prepared with the unique flavour. Nevertheless, the beverages are very expensive, they still have happy hour promos starting from 17:30 to 20:00 at half price for all orders.

Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday & Sunday 17:30 – 02:00, Friday & Saturday 17:30 – 04:00

Address: AB Tower Saigon, 76A Le Lai. District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

3)    Rex Rooftop Garden at Rex Hotel Saigon

The Rex Rooftop Garden sits on Rex Hotel Saigon, which is shrouded by many high-end shopping centres, popular tourist landmarks, and high-rising buildings. It has an ideal height to watch the panoramic views of the city or adjacent Vietnam’s French colonial structures such as Saigon Opera House, People’s Committee’s Hall. They have elevated stage, dancefloor, and perform live Latino music with salsa performances at 20:00. The beverage list is fairly considerable, and the price is not fluctuated much compared to others.

Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday & Sunday 17:30 – 02:00, Friday & Saturday 17:30 – 04:00

Address: AB Tower Saigon, 76A Le Lai. District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

4)    Glow Skybar Saigon

Glow Sky Bar in District 1 offers overall views of the hustle and bustle modern city with colonial constructions. The bar is filled with tropical trees, black-and-white furnishings, extensive dancefloor, and a bar sits in the main deck. There is a discount of 50% off on beers, mixed drinks, wines, and signature cocktails at between 17:00 and 20:00.

Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday & Sunday 17:00 – 02:00, Friday & Saturday 17:00 – 03:00

Address: 93 Nguyen Du, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

5)    The View Rooftop Bar at Duc Vuong Hotel

The View Rooftop Bar is tucked away on the ninth floor of Duc Vuong Hotel, one of the tallest structures in Bui Vien Street. It is well-known for providing some of the cheapest drinks in Ho Chi Minh city for backpackers, where you can order a glass of beer with a price below 20,000VND. The bar is adorned with genuinely colourful neon lights and brings a tranquil ambience to any expats. The staff can communicate well in English and is very friendly and open to chat and recommend the best place to visit in the city if you need help.

Opening Hours: Daily 10:00 – 01:00

Address: 195 Bui Vien Street, Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City